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Running Through It All: Pregnancy, Postpartum & the Athlete Identity — with Rachel Normand

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In this deeply honest episode of the Pyllon Ultra podcast, we’re joined by Pyllon coach John Connolly and long-time athlete Rachel Normand — a fierce competitor, thoughtful human, and now, a mother expecting her second child.

We talk openly about what it means to navigate training, identity, and life as a female athlete, especially during and after pregnancy.

Topics include:

  • What training looks like (and feels like) during pregnancy

  • How Rachel’s mindset and body have changed the second time around

  • Her plan to return to running after birth

  • The emotional and practical challenges of staying connected to your identity as a runner

  • Support systems, useful resources, and advice for other female athletes

This isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about adapting with purpose, building trust in your own body, and redefining what endurance really means.

Whether you’re training through pregnancy, coaching women through these seasons, or just curious to listen — this is a conversation we all need to hear.

🎧 Tune in now, and share with someone who needs it.

🔗 Resources from the Episode

📘 ROAR by Dr. Stacy Sims – www.drstacysims.com/roar
📙 Go Ahead, Stop and PeeView on AbeBooks
🎙️ Active Mom Podcastcarriepagliano.com
📄 NHS Return to Running Guidance – Download the PDF

🔁 Keep Going with Pyllon

Thanks for being part of the journey.
#theultralife | #pyllon

  continue reading

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Manage episode 481715037 series 2650447
Content provided by Paul Giblin. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Paul Giblin or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

In this deeply honest episode of the Pyllon Ultra podcast, we’re joined by Pyllon coach John Connolly and long-time athlete Rachel Normand — a fierce competitor, thoughtful human, and now, a mother expecting her second child.

We talk openly about what it means to navigate training, identity, and life as a female athlete, especially during and after pregnancy.

Topics include:

  • What training looks like (and feels like) during pregnancy

  • How Rachel’s mindset and body have changed the second time around

  • Her plan to return to running after birth

  • The emotional and practical challenges of staying connected to your identity as a runner

  • Support systems, useful resources, and advice for other female athletes

This isn’t about ticking boxes — it’s about adapting with purpose, building trust in your own body, and redefining what endurance really means.

Whether you’re training through pregnancy, coaching women through these seasons, or just curious to listen — this is a conversation we all need to hear.

🎧 Tune in now, and share with someone who needs it.

🔗 Resources from the Episode

📘 ROAR by Dr. Stacy Sims – www.drstacysims.com/roar
📙 Go Ahead, Stop and PeeView on AbeBooks
🎙️ Active Mom Podcastcarriepagliano.com
📄 NHS Return to Running Guidance – Download the PDF

🔁 Keep Going with Pyllon

Thanks for being part of the journey.
#theultralife | #pyllon

  continue reading

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